Built around included shore excursions that immerse you in each destination through exclusive access to cultural experiences, our river cruises explore the very heart of Europe: along entire length of the Danube from the North Sea to the Black Sea; the Rhine, Main and Moselle rivers in Germany; the Maas in the Netherlands; the Albert and Main-Danube canals; and the Rhône, Saône and Seine rivers in France.

All featuring luxurious cabins and suites, personalized service rivaling that of a premium hotel, fine European-style shipboard dining with a choice of dining venues, and up to four times the number of suites as other European lines, our spacious, custom-designed riverboats for 2015 include five Jewel Class ships accommodating no more than 118 passengers, and two new Inspiration Class vessels with a maximum of 130 guests.

Luxurious Ships
Maintaining the high standards of comfort and luxury set by our Jewel Class riverboats, our innovative Inspiration Class ships carry on our tradition of providing the most space per guest for an intimate, club-like atmosphere.

Our river cruise experience revolves around four cornerstones: Uncommon Access on our included shore excursions blending in-depth sightseeing with Tauck Exclusives; All-Inclusive Value, with virtually every expense included in one upfront price; Personalized Cruising based on caring service from four Tauck staff on every cruise; and the Intimate, Club-Like Atmosphere of our custom-designed riverboats

Newsletter V2

Belgium & Holland in Spring - Northbound

2015 Prices From $3,990 for 10 Days - Tauck Cruising

Tauck treats you to a ringside seat for nature's spectacular annual springtime show on a memorable 10-day trip including an 8-night cruise through the inland waterways of Holland and Belgium aboard a premium Tauck riverboat. Everywhere, a spot of local color... throughout your cruise in Belgium and the Netherlands... from tulips, daffodils and hyacinths abloom in flower boxes or in grand gardens... in historic windmills and fishing villages preserving a vanished way of life... at a chef-topped lunch in a terraced countryside castle... in gabled houses dressed in maritime lore along Amsterdam’s tree-lined canals... in Flemish paintings, chocolate and bier... Check out Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands' bulb country. Take a scenic boat cruise through Amsterdam's canals and experience the past at the Zuiderzee Museum. Visit a windmill museum and observe cheese-making in Holland's Alkmaar region. Tour renowned art museums and World War II sites, and visit Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Maastricht, Antwerp, Middelburg, Brussels and more on one of our most popular European river cruises – and enjoy Tauck Exclusives such as an interactive culinary experience at the fabulous Château Neercanne.

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Northbound

Tour begins at 7:00 PM at Hotel Amigo. Upon arrival, a transfer is included from Brussels Airport, Centraal Station or Brussels Midi Station to the elegantly stylish Hotel Amigo, located in the heart of the city. Join us for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner to kick off one of our enjoyable European river cruises.

Lodging

Begin your day in Brussels with morning sightseeing in Belgium's capital city, a key center of European trade and culture since the 13th century. Discoveries include the Atomium, a 338-foot-tall structure representing atoms in an iron crystal, built for the 1958 World's Fair; Grande-Place, one of Europe's most beautiful city squares and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its Gothic town hall surrounded by Renaissance-era guildhalls; and the venerable 17th-century bronze fountain sculpture and symbol of the city, the famous Manneken Pis, whose wardrobe traditionally changes several times a week. Drive from Brussels to Margraten in The Netherlands to pay your respects at the Netherlands American Cemetery, final resting place of thousands of U.S. soldiers who fell in battle here during World War II. As a Tauck Exclusive, lunch today is a memorable culinary experience at Château Neercanne, a castle whose terraced gardens are protected by UNESCO; you'll don a chef's hat, visit the kitchen where your meal is being prepared, and dig into an extraordinary lunch served in a Roman grotto within the castle. This evening, arrive in Maastricht, another of the Netherlands' oldest cities, where you'll board your riverboat, sample Lambic beer and enjoy an onboard dinner of regional delights; the ship is docked in Maastricht for the evening.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day3

Spend the morning in Maastricht, then cruise the Albert Canal

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One of the Netherlands’ oldest cities, Maastricht is said to contain more than 1,400 historic buildings and monuments dating back to the 13th century. An Old Town walking tour with your local guide this morning includes the remains of the city’s medieval fortifications and Helpoort, a steep-roofed gateway built in 1229. On lively Vrijthof Square, visit the Museum aan het Vrijthof (closed Mondays), set within the 16th-century Spanish Government House; focusing on the arts and crafts that have flourished in this city of artisans for 500 years, its collection includes Maastricht painting, silver, pistols and timepieces. Reboard the riverboat and attend a lecture and other onboard activities as you set off on a cruise along the Albert Canal, bound for Antwerp, Belgium. Please join us this evening for the Captain’s welcome reception and dinner.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day4

Maritime history in Antwerp

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Arise aboard ship in Antwerp for a taste of daily life in this key Belgian port city and capital of Flanders. Take an orientation tour and walk through Antwerp's historic center, including Grote Markt (the old market square), the Cathedral of Our Lady, and restored merchants’ houses reminiscent of the days of the 16th-century “Age of Exploration” when Antwerp was one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. Enjoy tastings of fine Belgian chocolate on a delectable visit to a local chocolatier, and of locally produced “bier” at a specialty beer pub known for their beer expertise. On your visit to the new Red Star Line Museum, interactive exhibits in the former warehouses of the Red Star Line shipping company tell the story of more than two million European immigrants whose journeys to a new life in North America began right here. Return to the ship in Antwerp to continue this most remarkable of European river cruises through Zeeland to Middelburg.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day5

Through Zeeland to Middelburg and Veere or the Delta Works

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Your riverboat cruises through the Dutch province of Zeeland this morning, arriving in Middelburg; with roots dating back to the 8th century, the city became one of the most important trading centers for the Dutch East India Company during the country's 17th-century "Golden Age." Although about a third of the city's original Old Town was destroyed during WWII, much of it has been rebuilt and restored, and many historic buildings remain for you to discover on your city tour – including a visit to the Middelburg Abbey complex, whose main structure dates to 1125 and is surrounded by church buildings added over the centuries; its tower is known to locals as Lange Jan ("Long John"). After lunch, the riverboat departs Middelburg and continues to the small Dutch city of Veere, on what had once been the Zeeland island of Walcheren. Following its founding as a 13th-century ferry site ("Veere" translates to "ferry"), the city was a key trading port, serving as the "staple port" for goods from Scotland from the 16th to 18th centuries. Take a tour of Veere with your Tauck Director, or join us for an excursion to the Neeltje Jans (Delta Works) to learn about the storm surge barrier built to prevent a recurrence of the Netherlands’ 1953 flood disaster. Enjoy dinner aboard the riverboat as it spends the evening and night docked in Veere.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day6

Rotterdam, the "Gateway to Europe," or a visit to Delft

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Depart Veere and spend the morning cruising through South Holland, arriving after lunch in Rotterdam, the Netherlands' second-largest city and one of the biggest and busiest ports in the world. Rising from the ashes after most of its historic center was destroyed by Luftwaffe bombing in WWII, Rotterdam was gradually rebuilt into what is now a thriving 21st-century commercial center and transportation hub known for its innovative architecture and rich cultural life, often referred to as the "Gateway to Europe." Get to know the city with visits to some of its renowned museums, or choose an excursion to the historic city of Delft, with its canals and medieval center; return to the riverboat for dinner this evening.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day7

WWII Airborne history or nature & van Gogh in Arnhem

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Upon the ship's arrival in Nijmegen – one of The Netherlands' oldest cities – you have your choice between two shore excursions today. You can travel to tour battle sites associated with the World War II airborne assault on Arnhem and visit the Airborne Museum, located in a former Allied divisional headquarters in Oosterbeek. Alternatively, you may choose to explore De Hoge Veluwe National Park in Arnhem, the country’s largest nature reserve, and then peruse works by Vincent van Gogh and others at the Kröller-Müller Museum set right within the park. Rejoin your riverboat at Arnhem, and a classical music performance by La Strada followed by dinner as your cruise continues to Enkhuizen.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day8

Zuiderzee life in Enkhuizen & Hoorn or cheese & windmills in Alkmaar

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Cruise to lovely Enkhuizen for a walking tour and a visit to the open-air Zuiderzee Museum, recreating life in a Zuiderzee (south sea) fishing village between the 1880s and the 1930s. Continue on to the 650-year-old port city of Hoorn in the Netherlands’ farming region – birthplace of explorer Willem Schouten, who named South America’s southern tip Cape Horn in honor of his hometown. Choose from a guided walking tour of Hoorn and its many intact 16th- and 17th-century house facades, or a journey to Alkmaar in the Schermer polder. In Alkmaar, visit the Schermer Museum Molen (windmill), dating from 1634, for a look at how windmills created the polder, and the family-owned Zeilzicht cheese farm for a tasty cheese-making demonstration and tour. This most memorable of European river cruises continues to Amsterdam, founded in 1200 as a small fishing village, arriving in the Dutch capital late tonight.

Lodging

Aboard the Riverboat

Day9

The blooms of Keukenhof, the Rijksmuseum & historic canals in Amsterdam

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Wake up aboard your riverboat in the Dutch capital of Amsterdam, a vibrant blend of the historic and the contemporary, from its medieval core to the bustling shops, cafés and rich cosmopolitan life of a 21st-century European metropolis. Depart the city this morning for a journey to Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse, where millions of blooming tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, lillies, crocuses and bluebells create colorful carpets of flowers every spring. After returning to the riverboat for lunch, a canal cruise through Amsterdam’s network of Renaissance-era canals promises coffee, cake and a different view of the Netherlands' capital. Admire masterpieces by Rembrandt – including his celebrated The Night Watch – and works by other Old Dutch Masters on an afternoon visit to the world-renowned Rijksmuseum on Amsterdam's Museumplein. Later, head back to the riverboat, where the Captain and crew will be waiting to bid you farewell at a shipboard reception and dinner during your last night onboard.

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Aboard the Riverboat

Day10

Disembark for your journey home

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This most remarkable of European river cruises ends in Amsterdam, Netherlands. After disembarking and bidding your Captain and crew adieu this morning, a transfer is included from the riverboat to Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport or Centraal Train Station. Fly home anytime; allow 3 hours for departure flight check-in.

Special Solo Traveler Savings – No Single Supplement in Category 1: On all departures, the single price in Category 1 is the same as the double price – no single supplement, which means savings of up to 50% for solo travelers!

Solo Travelers also enjoy Savings of $1000 per cabin in Category 4 and 5on the April 1 and 7 departures. Certain restrictions apply; ask at time of booking.

Land / cruise price per person, based on double occupancy, includes cruise fare, most meals, port charges, shore ex­cur­sions, applicable fuel surcharges, and gratuities to Tauck Directors, Tauck Cruise Director, ship staff, local guides & drivers, and on all included meals.

Itinerary Changes – Although not expected, Tauck reserves the right to alter the sequence of ports or omit or substitute scheduled ports or attractions at any time without prior notice. North and south itineraries are similar.

Note: Museums and attractions may be subject to closure due to state, local or religious holidays. This river cruise includes a fair amount of walking.

Air Travel & Services

Let Tauck reserve your flights

Traveling to Europe with Tauck ensures more than a memorable travel experience; it also enables you to take advantage of additional “do it for you” travel services that take the hassle out of arranging them yourself! As an added service, we can make flight arrangements for your journey, if your travels originate in the United States, offering you a number of welcome advantages. With Tauck, you can:

Reserve your flights now; pay later when tickets are issued

Enjoy significant savings on Business Class airfare on select flights

Benefit from Tauck’s lenient change and refund policies

Earn Frequent Flyer mileage on most airlines

What's more, if you purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection, you'll receive a refund should you need to cancel your flights due to covered reasons. Another great reason to buy your air from Tauck!

Overnight Accommodations

Night 1
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Hotel Amigo
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Brussels, Belgium

Historic and stylishly elegant Hotel Amigo enjoys an ideal location in the center of Brussels adjacent to the Grand-Place. Named as one of the best hotels in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, this stylish hotel retains its character and charm while embracing the 21st century, including a new fitness center equipped with the latest exercise machines. The accommodating staff provides a high standard of service sure to please.

Nights 2 - 9
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Aboard the Riverboat
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Europe's inland waterways

When it comes to river cruising, how you see Europe matters. Our riverboats make the perfect base for savoring every unforgettable moment with an elegant, thoughtful design and a contemporary European flair, ascribing to the highest standards of quality and comfort. Guests enjoy upscale accommodations, like those you would expect to a find at a premium hotel – it is, after all, a floating premium hotel – with all the built-in advantages of a private ship. Views are an important part of the river cruise experience, and all of our cabins and suites face outside; most have French balconies and sliding glass doors to savor the scenery. You can see for yourself what life is like aboard your luxurious riverboat, through videos, photos, detailed descriptions and first-hand reviews at www.tauck.com/river-cruises/our-ships – complete with deck plans, cabin photos and descriptions.

Extend Your Trip

Many Tauck travelers prefer arriving at their destination a day before
their Tauck journey begins, or often extend a stay at the end of their
trip. As a service, Tauck will make hotel reservations before and after
your journey.

Arrive Early:
Hotel Amigo
- Brussels, Belgium

Historic and stylishly elegant Hotel Amigo enjoys an ideal location in the center of Brussels adjacent to the Grand-Place. Named as one of the best hotels in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, this stylish hotel retains its character and charm while embracing the 21st century, including a new fitness center equipped with the latest exercise machines. The accommodating staff provides a high standard of service sure to please.

Stay Later:
Sofitel Amsterdam The Grand
- Amsterdam, Netherlands

In the heart of Amsterdam within walking distance of most major landmarks, the Sofitel Legend Amsterdam The Grand provides an ambiance of historic elegance. Guest rooms welcome you with such appreciated amenities as an in-room safe deposit box, minibar, Wi-Fi, satellite/cable TV, hair dryer and a walk-in rain shower. During leisure time, take advantage of the indoor heated swimming pool, hamman, sauna, Jacuzzi and the Fitness Centre… or treat yourself to a rejuvenating experience at the SoSpa. The Bridges restaurant entices with an emphasis on seafood and Dutch organic produce prepared with a French flair, while the Bridges Raw Bar focuses on fish as chefs do their work right at the bar. Dutch beers are famous the world over and you’ll find quite an assortment to choose from at The Flying Dutchman, a traditional Dutch brown café. The Bridges Cocktail Bar is the place to enjoy your favorite libation, or perhaps a wine flight, and fantastic bites such as oysters and lobster sandwiches.

Before You Go

There are bound to be questions when travelling. Information on everything from weather to internet connections can be found below.

Inclusive Prices

Tour Prices

Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel and riverboat accommodations, motor coach transportation, port charges, land excursions, admissions, entertainment, special dinners, beverages aboard the riverboat (including unlimited soft drinks, regional wine, beer and premium spirits), sightseeing, porterage, and the services of the ship staff, the local guides and motor coach drivers, the Tauck Director and the Tauck Cruise Director are included. Transportation from Brussels Airport or Brussels Central or Midi Train Stations to the Hotel Amigo is included, regardless of the time you check in to the hotel, provided you have furnished us with accurate fight arrival information at least three weeks prior to your departure date. Transportation from the riverboat to the Sofitel Legend the Grand (for guests choosing to extend their stay), Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport or Amsterdam Central Train Station is also included at the conclusion of your tour. Those guests who extend their stay at the Tauck-designated hotel will also receive a transfer to the airport or the train station at the conclusion of their hotel stay. Transportation to and from airports and train stations may be shared with other Tauck guests.

Hotel and Riverboat Accommodations

The tour price includes all hotel and riverboat accommodations. Our standard is to provide the best available hotel accommodations without sacrificing value. Although the quality of one hotel may differ slightly from another, our commitment to your comfort is unwavering. Two-bedded rooms are reserved in most hotels.

Most cabins have two twin beds that may be separated or combined. Triple accommodations in one room are only available in Category 7 on this cruise. Please note that we cannot guarantee adjacent rooms. Requests for triple and quadruple accommodations are only available as two separate twin cabins in categories 1 and 4. We will do all that we can to secure rooms next to one another when possible.

For safety and security purposes, at time of booking, room accommodations for children under 18 years of age must be made in the same room as a an accompanying adult; exceptions may be granted under certain circumstances with parental consent.

While on board you may also enjoy the panoramic bar and dance floor in the lounge, the spacious restaurant that can accommodate all guests in one seating and the large sun deck with deck chairs and a whirlpool. An exercise room features stationary bicycles and treadmills. The ship’s small boutique is located by the reception desk.

Meals

Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary.

On the Riverboat:

An ample buffet breakfast of both hot and cold dishes is served in the spacious restaurant. At lunch, you are presented with a choice of entrée with several courses, or a delicious buffet. Pre-selected international wines and beers are available with lunch and dinner. Please let us know about your special dietary requirements when booking your cruise, as we will be pleased to meet your special dietary requirements whenever possible. All guests with special dietary requirements will have the opportunity to meet with the Maitre d’ to make certain their needs will be met. Kosher meals are not available.

Complimentary all-day soft drinks, coffee and tea service, cookies and fruit are available in the Lido on the riverboat. A continental breakfast of muffins, pastries, fruit and yogurt is served here daily, as well as a light lunch of soup, salad and sandwiches.

All guests may order complimentary snack baskets to their room. Room service breakfast is available on a complimentary basis for Category 7 suites.

The drinking age aboard the riverboat is 21 years old.

Tauck Director

Belgium & Holland in Spring riverboat cruise has one Tauck Director for every 40 guests and one Tauck Cruise Director who will remain with the group throughout the tour. Your Tauck Directors are professional, fully trained employees of Tauck.

Gratuities Included

All customary gratuities for the ship staff, local guides, drivers, Tauck Directors and Tauck Cruise Director are included.

Luggage Handling and Restrictions

Checked Luggage – General

Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).

Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.

Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.

Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.

For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.

No Options Sold

Your Tauck Directors will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance, but they will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you.

Travel Documents Required

If you are a U.S. citizen traveling internationally, you will need a passport valid for six months beyond the completion of your Tauck journey for entry into the Netherlands and Belgium. You are not required to obtain a visa to enter either country for the short duration of this tour.

If you are a citizen of another country traveling internationally, you should contact an embassy or consulate of The Netherlands and of Belgium to determine what travel documentation is required.

You will be issued a boarding card, which you must present before embarking the ship in each port. This security measure also ensures that only Tauck guests are permitted onboard.

We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship, as well as both sides of your driver’s license. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.

Not Included

Transportation

Transportation to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included.

Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours

To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, you may wish to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following your cruise. As a service, we will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through us. Hotel room charges will be added to the cruise cost. Train and airport transfers are included for these extended stays as described above under Inclusive Prices. If you wish to spend additional nights, please consult Extend Your Trip in the Accommodations section above on this webpage and discuss it with your reservations sales consultant or travel agent when you book your cruise.

Luggage Responsibility

Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to the Tauck Travel Protection Product section below on this webpage for more information.

Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you:

Do not pack any vital medications or valuables in your checked luggage

Confirm that your luggage is checked and tagged to your final destination at airport check-in

Place your luggage claim tags in a secure place for your flight

File a claim for any missing luggage immediately before leaving the baggage claim area

Secure a case number and contact information for follow-up communications

Make certain that the airline has your onward itinerary

Your Tauck Director will assist you with airline and other carrier communications, but has no inside contacts to guarantee or expedite recovery of lost luggage. All recovery costs, including the communication costs, are your responsibility. Check your travel protection details for covered expenses.

Personal Expenses

Personal Expenses such as phone calls, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant.

Preparing to Go

Journey Start and End Times

Journey Start and End Times are provided at the time of booking. The tour begins at 6:30 PM at the Hotel Amigo. You or your booking agent will be advised of any change to this schedule. When making flight arrangements, allow sufficient time to claim luggage and clear customs in order to join the tour on time. The tour ends with your transfer from the riverboat to Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport or Amsterdam Central Train Station on the last day of the tour. Each carrier and each airport has different rules regarding how early you must arrive for flight check in. Please contact your individual carrier for this information. All guests must disembark the riverboat by 9:00 AM.

Holiday and Museum Closures

Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or the many state, religious and civic holidays locally observed. You may wish to log on to Wikipedia to view a list of holidays by country by clicking here.

Itinerary Changes and Price Flexibility

We pledge to make every effort to operate all cruises as advertised. We reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and/or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any savings realized by these changes will be refunded to you. Any resultant added expense will be covered by us. Although not expected, prices on this website may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecast at the time of publication.

Photography On Tour

Occasionally, we will use photographs and/or video taken by fellow guests or your Tauck Director on your cruise for print, Internet and other media promotional purposes. If you prefer that your image not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your Tauck Director at the start of your tour.

Membership

Membership will be granted to all persons. We reserve the right to terminate the tour of any persons who are abusive of others or whose behavior disrupts the tour.

ATM and Credit Cards

We recommend that you contact your bank in advance of departing on your journey to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM and credit cards while traveling. When contacting your bank, notify them of your travel dates so that they will anticipate charges being made outside of your hometown and do not suspend your cards for what may appear to them to be “suspicious” charges. We also recommend that you make a photocopy of the front and back of your ATM and credit cards to leave behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your cards are misplaced, lost or stolen.

Cell Phone Usage

We understand and appreciate the value of instant communication when we travel; it keeps us in touch with friends and family, and it's a reassurance in the event of an emergency. However, the use of cell phones can be disruptive to a tour and to other guests who are enjoying their vacation. As a courtesy to others, we ask that you refrain from using your cell phone while on the motor coach, during group functions, when sightseeing and when your Tauck Director is addressing the group as a whole. There will be many opportunities to make and receive calls at times when it does not affect others.

Health and Activity

While a cruise from Brussels to Amsterdam is very relaxing and the pace leisurely, to enjoy all the tour has to offer, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, as some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. There is a moderate to significant amount of walking during our excursions, often along cobblestone streets. For the most part, however, the amount of walking you do is at your discretion.

Your riverboat has four decks: Sun, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald. The elevator runs between the Diamond Deck and the Dining room, which includes stops at the Lounge and the Ruby Deck. There is no chair lift between any of the decks.

Because you will be cruising on a river and not on the open sea, you are never far from land and, therefore, there is no doctor on board. In case of emergency, we can easily dock the boat and call for an ambulance or medical assistance.

PLEASE NOTE: We regret that this Tauck itinerary cannot accommodate wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Likewise, we regret that we’re unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate service animals on any river cruise for medical and legal reasons.

On board the riverboat, smoking is permitted in a limited area of the Sun deck. Smoking is not permitted in any cabin, the restaurant, the lounge or any other interior space.

Your riverboat is registered in Basel, Switzerland. Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour. You may also purchase the Tauck Travel Protection, please see details in the section above entitled Tauck Travel Protection Product.

If you have a medical condition that might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify us as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly.

If you are a resident of the U.S., no vaccinations are currently required for travel to The Netherlands or Belgium. For complete vaccination and inoculation information, contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking here.

If you are a resident of another country, please contact an embassy or consulate of The Netherlands and of Belgium to determine whether vaccinations are required for your travel.

Additional Information

Travel With Children

Age Recommendations ― Children 5 years of age or older at the time of travel are welcome on this Tauck journey. Based upon our experience with family travelers, we have a minimum recommended age for each journey to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of our guests. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation.

Babysitting ― There are no babysitting services available on the riverboat. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services.
Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety during the cruise. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling.
Special Travel Documentation for ChildrenAuthorization for Travel

If you travel into or out of the U.S. with children under the age of 18, you should be aware of the following: because of increasing incidents of child abductions in disputed custody cases and because children are at risk as possible victims of child pornography, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that unless the child is accompanied by both parents, you should have a notarized note from the child's other parent (or, in the case of a child traveling with grandparents, uncles or aunts, sisters or brothers, or friends, a note signed by both parents) stating that the parent(s) not traveling acknowledge that the parent(s), family members, etc. who are traveling into or out of the U.S. with the child have permission to do so. While CBP may not ask to see this documentation, if they do ask, and you do not have it, you may be detained until the circumstances of the child traveling without both parents can be fully assessed.

If there is no second parent with legal claims to the child (parent deceased, sole custody, etc.), other relevant paperwork, such as a court decision, birth certificate naming only one parent, or a death certificate, will be useful.

Many other countries also share this concern for children who travel without both parents. To ensure smooth travel, we require you to comply with the travel regulations of each country visited. This information may be obtained from a country’s consulate or embassy.
Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment

In the unlikely event of a medical emergency, a medical facility will require permission from the child’s parents to provide treatment. Therefore, we strongly suggest that you bring along a letter from both parents (including other pertinent documents as cited above) authorizing emergency medical treatment for their child.

Children who are U.S. citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the completion of the journey.

We are not responsible for the disruption of travel caused by the improper documentation of any guest, including children traveling without both parents. While there is no definitive format or standard, click here to view a sample letter for guardians or one parent traveling with a child.

Airline Security Measures

If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver’s license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport.

If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information.

For more information on the TSA's requirements, please visit their website by clicking here.

If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S., you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport.

Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times.

Cruise Regulations

International maritime security guidelines require that your passport information be provided to us prior to your embarkation. You need to provide this information to us as soon as you book your cruise or boarding may be denied. Once you board the riverboat, your passport will be held by the purser temporarily to make copies.

What to Pack

Bringing the right clothing for your trip is important – we’ve partnered with New Headings who provide an "easy-to-use, one-stop shop" for your Tauck travel needs, specifically selected for this trip. Click here to visit their site.

Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is flexible and allows for layering. Casual, cotton clothing is recommended. Lightweight jackets and sweaters are recommended during springtime when daily high temperatures are still about 60 °F (16 °C). Evenings are very cool as the temperatures fall into the 30’s and 40’s °F overnight (single digits in Celsius). Pack comfortable yet sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in, as many of the sites visited were built centuries ago and have uneven surfaces, some steep inclines and many steps. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required for dining with your fellow guests at a Tauck provided dinner. When traveling abroad, you may have the opportunity to dine at an upscale restaurant on your own, which may require men to dress in coat and tie, and women in more elegant eveningwear (not required).

Bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers are provided in each cabin.

The hotel provides valet laundry and dry cleaning services. Valet laundry service is available on the riverboat for a fee. There is no valet dry cleaning available on the riverboat. Ironing facilities on the riverboat are available by request to the front desk. Category 7 cabins feature their own irons and ironing boards.

We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor’s prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed. No medications are sold on board the riverboat.

We suggest that you pack the following items for your cruise on the waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium:

Flat, rubber-soled walking shoes for shipboard

Sturdy but comfortable walking shoes that have already been broken-in for onshore

Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts

An optional jacket and tie for men

Casually elegant evening wear for ladies

Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat

Swimwear

Gym wear

A light sweater or jacket for higher elevations or a breezy night

Insect repellent

Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and/or plenty of film

Battery-operated travel alarm clock

Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella

Zipper-lock bags

Daypack for camera equipment

Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route

Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your ship cabin while traveling

Upon Arrival...

Air Conditioning

The hotel, riverboat and motor coaches are air conditioned for your comfort. Several restaurants we use on our itinerary are not air conditioned because of the historic significance of the buildings.

Currency and Exchange Rates

Although it is not necessary for you to exchange money prior to your trip, it may be useful to have a small amount of local currency with you when sightseeing. If upon arrival you require local currency, you may visit one of the many currency exchange facilities at the airport or use an ATM. Currency can be exchanged at the hotel in Brussels. The riverboat does not exchange currency, but does accept euro, American Express, MasterCard and Visa as methods of settling shipboard accounts.

In The Netherlands and Belgium, the official currency is the euro. Major credit cards and travelers’ checks are widely accepted, although fees may be charged, and ATMs are found at most tourist sites.

To obtain the most current exchange rates for all national currencies, you may want to check your local newspaper or log on to oanda.com by clicking here.

Customs and Tax-Free Shopping

Each country we visit has its own customs clearing process. You should familiarize yourself with the specific required declarations of The Netherlands and Belgium before you travel. In general, you are not permitted to bring live plants, fresh fruits and other produce items into most countries. You may find additional information by visiting VisaHQ.com by clicking here.

If you are a U.S. resident who will be returning to the U.S. at the end of the tour, you are entitled to a duty-free exemption based on the total value of merchandise purchase abroad, as long as you physically bring them with you. There are limits to the amount of alcohol that can be a part of this exemption. Certain restrictions apply to unaccompanied goods mailed from abroad to the U.S. Please call your local customs office or consult the U.S. government's customs regulations as contained in their publication entitled Know Before You Go.

If you are a resident of another country, please refer to your own country’s rules and regulations regarding customs and duty-free shopping to ensure compliance upon your return.

Many countries levy Value Added Taxes (VAT) on consumer goods and services. (The tax rate may be higher for luxury items and lower for basic goods.) As a rule, if you are not a resident of the country (or of the country’s intergovernmental economic community, e.g., the European Union) in which the purchase is made, you may be entitled to a VAT refund and should inquire about the refund policy where you shop.

Electrical Current

The hotel in Belgium is powered by a 220 V, 50Hz, AC, electrical system, which accommodates standard European plugs with two round prongs.

Each Jewel Class riverboat cabin has two 110 V outlets to accommodate U.S. standard plugs. All other outlets are 220 V, 50 Hz, alternating electrical current that accommodate standard European plugs with two round prongs. To use these outlets you may need to bring the appropriate adapters and converters. The riverboat has a few adapters available for borrowing.

Internet Access

Internet Access is available as indicated below:

Hotels - Complimentary basic Internet where available in hotel rooms; service levels are not guaranteed.

Riverboats - Complimentary internet service and WIFI are available for your use while traveling on board the riverboat. You will need to use a password provided by the front desk to access the wireless internet service for your own laptop. You may also use a stationary computer located in the Lido or you may borrow a laptop from the front desk. PLEASE NOTE: Internet access is made possible by means of cellular service, and reception is impacted by several factors such as weather patterns, signal strength and the ship's location. Some email providers such as AOL, Comcast, and Bellsouth may not be available along the river. Internet reception is poor while in locks and may not be available at certain locations along your route. Your patience and understanding regarding connectivity limitations are appreciated.

Time Zones

The Netherlands and Belgium are 1 hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (or Greenwich Mean Time). From late March through October, these locations switch to Daylight Savings Time and are 2 hours ahead.

To determine current time in major cities around the world, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, timeanddate.com, by clicking here.

Elevation

The maximum elevation on this tour is 190 ft (58 m) in Brussels.

Weather

The climate in The Netherlands and Belgium in spring is temperate. In April and May the average high temperatures range from 55 to 67 °F (13 to 19 °C) and the average low temperatures range from 38 to 46 °F (3 to 8 °C). Rainfall amounts in this region remain fairly constant throughout the year at 2 to 3 in (51 to 76 mm) per month.

To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov, by clicking here.

Average Temperature

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Maastricht, Netherlands

Month

Hi/Lo ºF

Hi/Lo ºC

Hi/Lo ºF

Hi/Lo ºC

January

40 / 31

4 / -1

40 / 32

4 / 0

February

42 / 31

6 / -1

42 / 33

6 / 1

March

48 / 34

9 / 1

50 / 38

10 / 3

April

55 / 38

13 / 3

56 / 41

13 / 5

May

63 / 45

17 / 7

64 / 48

18 / 9

June

68 / 50

20 / 10

69 / 53

21 / 12

July

71 / 53

22 / 12

73 / 57

23 / 14

August

71 / 53

22 / 12

73 / 56

23 / 13

September

66 / 49

19 / 9

66 / 52

19 / 11

October

58 / 44

14 / 7

58 / 46

14 / 8

November

48 / 37

9 / 3

48 / 39

9 / 4

December

42 / 33

6 / 1

42 / 35

6 / 2

Antwerp, Belgium

Brussels, Belgium

Month

Hi/Lo ºF

Hi/Lo ºC

Hi/Lo ºF

Hi/Lo ºC

January

41 / 31

5 / -1

41 / 31

5 / -1

February

43 / 32

6 / 0

43 / 32

6 / 0

March

48 / 35

9 / 2

48 / 35

9 / 2

April

54 / 40

12 / 4

54 / 40

12 / 4

May

63 / 46

17 / 8

63 / 46

17 / 8

June

67 / 51

19 / 11

67 / 51

19 / 11

July

71 / 54

22 / 12

71 / 54

22 / 12

August

71 / 54

22 / 12

71 / 54

22 / 12

September

66 / 50

19 / 10

66 / 50

19 / 10

October

57 / 45

14 / 7

57 / 45

14 / 7

November

48 / 37

9 / 3

48 / 37

9 / 3

December

42 / 33

6 / 1

42 / 33

6 / 1

Average Rainfall

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Maastrich, Netherlands

Month

Inches

Millimeters

Inches

Millimeters

January

2.7

69

2.3

58

February

1.9

48

2.1

53

March

2.6

66

2.5

64

April

2.1

53

2.1

53

May

2.4

61

2.5

64

June

2.8

71

2.9

74

July

3.0

76

2.8

71

August

2.8

71

2.9

74

September

2.6

66

2.2

56

October

2.9

74

2.4

61

November

3.2

81

2.7

69

December

3.3

84

2.9

74

Antwerp Belgium

Brussels, Belgium

Month

Inches

Millimeters

Inches

Millimeters

January

2.6

66

2.6

66

February

2.1

53

2.1

53

March

2.9

74

2.9

74

April

2.3

58

2.3

58

May

2.8

71

2.8

71

June

3.1

79

3.1

79

July

3.0

76

3.0

76

August

2.5

64

2.5

64

September

2.3

58

2.3

58

October

2.8

71

2.8

71

November

3.1

79

3.1

79

December

3.0

76

3.0

76

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Interest in purchasing Tauck’s Travel Protection Product (see below).

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For reservations, call 800-788-7885 or contact your travel agent to book today!

Deposit Date

The Deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking. Your deposit is $800 per person.

Special Requests

We will be happy to advise hotels of any special requests, provided we receive them at time of booking. We regret that requests cannot be guaranteed.

Final Payment

Final Payment is due at Tauck’s Norwalk, CT office 90 days before departure. Any bookingswithout full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice.

Final Documents

Final Documents, which may include airline tickets, when applicable, are sent by first class mail upon receipt of final payment. They include joining instructions, hotel lists, tour itinerary, clothing suggestions, luggage tags and other pertinent information. We recommend overnight mailing service for any reservation that is made within 30 days of the tour departure date to ensure timely delivery. The additional expense will be added to your tour cost.

2015 Tauck Travel Protection Product / If You Have To Cancel

Tauck’s Cruise Protection

Guests booking a Tauck cruise have the option of purchasing cancellation protection from Tauck in the event they need to cancel their cruise after booking. Tauck's Travel Protection is available to all travelers, with the exception of residents of Puerto Rico.

Under Tauck’s all-inclusive Cruise Protection, you can cancel your cruise for any covered reason up to the day before departure and receive a money-back refund (except in Extreme Circumstances*) on the cruise cost, based on your original method of payment. The following conditions apply:

Section I Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck: Should you have to cancel your cruise for any reason, Tauck’s Cancellation Waiver reduces the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your cruise departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply (see below*).

Section II – Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company. Should you have to cancel your trip due to illness, injury, death or other covered reason, any cancellation or airline penalties not refunded by Tauck under Section I’s Cancellation Waiver would be reimbursable under Section II. This Protection also provides 24-hour emergency assistance services as well as:

Trip Delay – Provides reimbursement for missed, prepaid travel arrangements if you are delayed by a common carrier, natural disaster, unannounced strike, or other reasons as cited in the plan.

Medical Expense – Reimburses covered medical expenses incurred in the event you become injured or sick during your trip.

This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.

This optional Cruise Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included in initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your cruise reservation. Cruise Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Cost is not refundable under any circumstances. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.

*Extreme Circumstances: In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.

If You Have To Cancel

Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. Therefore, the fees listed will apply.

90 days or more before departureLoss of cost of Tauck’s Cruise Protection ($575.00) per person

89 – 46 days before departureLoss of 25% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise Protection fee, per person

45 – 1 days before departureLoss of 50% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise Protection fee, per person

Guests choosing not to purchase Tauck’s Cruise Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:

90 days or more before departure$800.00 per person

89 – 46 days before departureLoss of 50% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person

45 – 1 days before departureLoss of 100% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person

Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office.

In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation and transfer terms outlined herein.

Cruise Interruption Fees – If you have to interrupt your cruise en route, you may be entitled to a refund for the unused land portion if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less a fee of $40 per person per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.

Partial Room Cancellation – A person who cancels or leaves a cruise while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.

Air Services

Airfare may be purchased through us for travel originating in the United States. By using our air services, you agree that we, in purchasing, selling or otherwise arranging air transportation, are acting only as your agent and are not liable or responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other loss or expense of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or omissions (including any failure to provide services) or default of, any carrier. All carriers are independent contractors and are not owned, managed, controlled or operated by us. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between yourself and the airline only, even if purchased through us. We are not liable for, and do not assume responsibility or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, schedule changes, flight changes, cancellations, claims for a refund or reimbursement of airline ticket fees, or any other loss incurred by you for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation to, bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar relief from creditors). We must handle ticketing for our special fares, which are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed until reserved. Our air services can only be purchased in conjunction with one of our tours. Tickets or e-ticket numbers will be mailed with final documents. If you cancel or change your air booking before or after departure, all airline cancellation and change fees will apply.

Traveler Reviews - Belgium & Holland in Spring - Northbound

Erfc

Tauck River Cruise the Best

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2011

We had previously taken another European river cruise which was okay, but Tauck is so much better. No comparison. Most importantly, the guides are immensely better. The food is definitely the best. Dom was terrific, had a great grasp of history and culture. Belgium and The Netherlands are very interesting, all sights worth seeing. Enjoy cruising.

Most Memorable Moment:

Loved traveling on the rivers and canals. Especially got a kick out of the canal which went over a highway! Seeing the World War II Museum and learning about the "Bridge Too Far" was a highlight, although a sobering one. Recommend spending extra time in Brussels and Amsterdam before and after the cruise, so much to see in both cities.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

eea

Holland and Belgium in Spring

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2014

This was our first riverboat cruise. We thoroughly enjoyed unpacking only once! The ship was beautiful, the cabin spacious and very comfortable. The food was ok, not great. The directors were very pleasant and available. The ship staff was wonderful.

Most Memorable Moment:

Definitely the tulips in full bloom!!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Glad18

Belgium to Amsterdam

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2014

River cruising with Tauck is a marvelous experience, every detail is taken care of. The land excursions were fantastic as were the local guides, tour guides and cruise director. Staff aboard the Ms. Jewel was exceptional.

Most Memorable Moment:

There were so many it is difficult to chose one but the visit to the American War Cemetery in Maastricht was very emotional. The Cathedral of the Holy Mother that had an exhibition of Ruben's and other artists paintings was memorable, same as the Kroller-Mueller Musueum and the beautiful tulips in the Keukenhof Gardens.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

MDowd-martin

MS Inspire Maiden Voyage

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2014

Tauck's new MS Inspire is an amazing and beautiful ship. The category 7 suite was so spectacular. The closet was so roomy that it allowed us to put EVERYTHING in there and keep our stateroom clear of the clutter that usually grows during a 10 day cruise. Enjoyed the fact that we could get breakfast in cabin, and the bathroom was large and lovely.

Most Memorable Moment:

It was wonderful to see Arthur Tauck in the flesh wishing us bon voyage! Also just loved seeing the beautiful Dutch and Belgium countryside from this beautiful ship. The flowers were in bloom which made the view explode with color. And loved the Grand Hotel in Amsterdam, a 5 star hotel. The Tauck personnel are the best in their field, bar none.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

david posner

dutch flowers cruise

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

The itinerary was very good Unfortunately the Dutch winter was long and cold so we were there before the tulips bloomed but it was still very nice. The cruise director was just so-so, indifferent to problems. Other than that, we had a great time and will do other river cruises with Tauck.

Most Memorable Moment:

Walking around Mastricht after the tour was done. It was great.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed your overall trip and happy to hear you will be taking future river cruises! Rest assured your comments regarding the Cruise Director will be shared with the Tour/Cruise Director Management Team. We appreciate your patronage and look forward to hosting you again.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

david posner

dutch flowers cruise

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

The itinerary was very good Unfortunately the Dutch winter was long and cold so we were there before the tulips bloomed but it was still very nice. The cruise director was just so-so, indifferent to problems. Other than that, we had a great time and will do other river cruises with Tauck.

Most Memorable Moment:

Walking around Mastricht after the tour was done. It was great.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed your overall trip and happy to hear you will be taking future river cruises! Rest assured your comments regarding the Cruise Director will be shared with the Tour/Cruise Director Management Team. We appreciate your patronage and look forward to hosting you again.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Senior Sue

Excellent Lemonade Despite a Weather Lemon

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

We didn't see many tulips --- the reason we chose to take this trip in the Springtime. Late winter lingered about three weeks longer than usual.
But, this was one of the most delightful trips we have ever made. We were pampered by a wonderful staff and our super suite. Met lots of nice folks. And were so impressed with your incredible planning.

Most Memorable Moment:

There were too many to count!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

We are so please you enjoyed your journey even though you did not see too many Tulips. Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

ChrisKathy

The Best in European River Cruising

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

My husband and I are frequent travelers, and I have to say that Tauck rates among the best experiences we have had. The ship was clean and comfortable, the food was excellent, and the on-board crew were proficient and professional. What really sets Tauck apart, though, are the tour directors and local tour guides. A+ all the way.

Most Memorable Moment:

Keukenhof Gardens is a must-see even if you are not particularly a flower aficionado. The place is a riot of color with varieties of flowers we had never even imaged were possible.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Dear Mrs. Kirwan,
We are so glad you enjoyed your journey and look forward to hosting you again in the near future.
EdelK

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

OQueiroz

Super peace of mind

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

My first time in a river boat in Europe and was marvelous. Differents places, nice tours directors and good food.
Every day my wife and I we had a very nice program. Interesting places to know even with a cold weather.

Most Memorable Moment:

Of the 13 tours that I took this was the most relaxing and elegant. Very calm and the Swiss Jewel it is a marvelous ship.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

So glad you enjoyed your first rivercruies!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Clydesdale

Netherlands

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

Briggit and the boat was great. the three guides , sarah, juri, farrol were all great. biggest issue was the airlines. I pushed back a little on our flights and should have stuck to my concerns. Lay overs were not long enough to catch the flights after a small delay. Started the trip with lots of re-booked flights etc.

Most Memorable Moment:

Dutch villiage in Zander Zee , short afternoon stop Again, all was great except the flights, I would pay more for non stop

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Maybe

TAUCK RESPONSE

Dear Mr. Furst,
Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry you had difficulites with your airline reservations. I will have one of my colleagues in the Guest Relations Department to discuss this matter in more detail
Edel KOllar
Tauck

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

danielq

Belgium and Holland

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

The trip was excellent. The last night we had reservation for an approx. $600 river veiw at the Amstel in Amsterdom. When we checked in they said all river veiw rooms were taken and they gave us a less expensive room. This resulted in some back and forth discussion regarding what the Tauck book said we should get and what we ended up with.

Most Memorable Moment:

The Ann Frank house, art museums and WW2 sight. The tour guides and Tauck representative were outstanding as they have been in our prior Tauck trips.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Dear Mr. Quint,
Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry that you had some difficulty with your rooms at the Amstel. I will have one of my collegues from the Guest Relations Department contact you to discuss this matter.
Best regards,
Edel Kollar
Tauck

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

TripleFandG

Belgium and Holland

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

Every detail and consideration was planned and well executed. The Tauck reputation managed to attract the most interesting and enjoyable travelers, making a group affair a delight rather than an unknown. There simply are no specifics about which to complain, and rarely have we been at a loss for superlatives when complimenting a tour operator.

Most Memorable Moment:

Moment, singular? For my wife De Hoge Veluwe National Park and the Kroeller-Mueller Museum; and for me the Airborne Museum and historical grounds.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Whitneyfrey

holland and belgium

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

Lovely trip, boat is great, the tour directors very good, and the guests universally nice. We were disappointed the tulips were not out in full regalia at Keukenhof, but that's always a guess.

Most Memorable Moment:

After dinner in Maastriche, on the upper deck, with the moonlight shining on the river.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Whitneyfrey

holland and belgium

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

Lovely trip, boat is great, the tour directors very good, and the guests universally nice. We were disappointed the tulips were not out in full regalia at Keukenhof, but that's always a guess.

Most Memorable Moment:

After dinner in Maastriche, on the upper deck, with the moonlight shining on the river.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

GTC

Belgium to Amsterdam in Spring

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

Wonderful trip, cool weather....light jacket most days but be prepared to layer with a sweater. Some of the best guides we've had on a Tauck tour. Very knowledgeable, articulate, easy to interact with.
Brussels was great..would have liked a day there to tour with guides....Amsterdam interesting but would have preferred the tour day on day 1 not 2

TAUCK RESPONSE

Dear Mr. Malcolm,
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your over all journey. I will share your comments with management.
Best regards,
Tauck

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Houston

Belgium & Holland

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2013

We recently returned from the riverboat trip to Belgium & Holland. As always, our expectations were met by our travel with Tauck. This was our 30th trip with Tauck and we loved every minute. The Riverboat was exceptional and it was fun to have a Tour Director that we had had before. Spring time in the Netherlands was great.

Most Memorable Moment:

The visit to the world war Cemeteries were very memorable and close to our hearts.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

theseasix@comcast.net

Treated Like Family

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:August 2012

My wife and I just completed the Belgium & Holland River Cruise - our 13th tour with Tauck. That says it all! We've travelled with a few other tour companies which were very good, but none could compare with Tauck. Choices, attention to detail, little surprises, worry-free travel - Tauck does it all. Not to mention being treated like family.

Most Memorable Moment:

Attending the Alsmeer Flower Market was a special treat we had not expected. It was worth getting up at the "crack of dawn" to go view it.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

arias

Memories to keep

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Travel Date:August 2012

My trip started out with some memories I wish to forget. They were air line related. When I arrived at the gorgeous ship everything changed. We were greeted royally and for the rest of the trip this beginning seemed to get better and better. This was my 8th trip, first river boat experience and the places, people, and amenities were glorious.

Most Memorable Moment:

So many I can hardly choose. The art, the architecture, and overall choices make the trip memorable.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

arias

Memories to keep

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12345

Travel Date:August 2012

My trip started out with some memories I wish to forget. They were air line related. When I arrived at the gorgeous ship everything changed. We were greeted royally and for the rest of the trip this beginning seemed to get better and better. This was my 8th trip, first river boat experience and the places, people, and amenities were glorious.

Most Memorable Moment:

So many I can hardly choose. The art, the architecture, and overall choices make the trip memorable.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

mbolner

Floriade - Belgium - Holland June 30, 2012

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Travel Date:July 2012

Overall the scope, pace and excursions of the trip were generally excellent and we realize this was a special itinerary for the Floriade this year. However, getting lost on our way to the Kinderdijk and the Haarlem drop off area, while adventurous, probably should have not taken place. Transfers to the Sofitel did not go smoothly for some.

Most Memorable Moment:

Finding the Willow Man inside the Floriade was a real treat. Maastricht is a hidden gem which we absolutely fell in love with. The American war cemetary on July 4th was very moving.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Maybe

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're happy to hear that overall the itinerary and pace exceeded your expectations. However, we’re disappointed to learn that some aspects did not go as planned as we would have liked. We certainly appreciate your comments and we will continue to use this kind of feedback to make the necessary improvements to our itineraries.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

jpersky

Northbound Belgium to Amsterdam (Floriade)

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Travel Date:July 2012

Overall wonderful.Booked late-small cabin on lowest deck-had to be organized to be comfortable but bathroom too small (2 of us) Floriade was disappointing-other excursions,family cheese farm,were wonderful.No newsletter on first deck which was tacky.Good entertainment and food.Nice staff.Felt rushed at times. Get Anne Frank Huis tix on own!

Most Memorable Moment:

Hard to choose one memorable moment since there were a few.Visiting the Anne Frank Huis in Amsterdam on own. It's a not to be missed Museum. Should be added to Cruise initinerary. Must add Family Cheese Farm which was part of our cruise.Chose this over "Gouda" and best decision. Interesting and fun!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Maybe

butterflies200

Likes and dislikes of the trip

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Travel Date:April 2012

The boat was lovely, the crew great, the food fantastic. The Floriade was highly over rated. Lucky for us the weather was cool or else we would have missed the tulips. The fiasco in Amsterdam with the Sofitel was a bad ending to the trip. At 4PM we asked when the room would be ready They had no idea.

Most Memorable Moment:

The Flower Auction, the WWII cemetery visit at Margraten and the Airborne Museum in Arnheim. Lunch at Chateau Neercanne, The Anne Frank house and the trip to the Rijksmuseaum. Keukenhof Gardens were beautiful. It's impossible to list any one moment. All were memorable.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

We apologize that there was an extra wait to get into your room at the Sofitel, but are glad that you seemed to enjoy your trip overall. Rest assured we have spoken directly to the General Manager of the Sofitel and he assured us this will not happen again in the future. Thanks again for sharing your comments and we hope you'll travel with us again in the future.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

GregfromCT

The Treasure of MS Treasures

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Travel Date:April 2012

The Holland/Belgium tour on the MS Treasure was a real jewel. Despite repeated showers during the early part of the journey, Tauck directors did an excellent job keeping our interest up, helping us enjoy the many flowers and historic sights, and providing a very relaxing and friendly environment on the ship. Great vacation/food on a wonderful boat.

Most Memorable Moment:

Listening to a survivor who was 14 at the time the Nazi's took over Holland and his family's trying times. It was very emotional listening to his comments, his sincere thanks to America, and visiting the American cemetery in Arnhem.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thank you so much for sharing your recent River Cruise vacation. Sounds like you really enjoyed not only the on-board experience, but the culturally-immersive part of the land portion as well. We couldn't be more pleased

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

GregfromCT

The Treasure of MS Treasures

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Travel Date:April 2012

The Holland/Belgium tour on the MS Treasure was a real jewel. Despite repeated showers during the early part of the journey, Tauck directors did an excellent job keeping our interest up, helping us enjoy the many flowers and historic sights, and providing a very relaxing and friendly environment on the ship. Great vacation/food on a wonderful boat.

Most Memorable Moment:

Listening to a survivor who was 14 at the time the Nazi's took over Holland and his family's trying times. It was very emotional listening to his comments, his sincere thanks to America, and visiting the American cemetery in Arnhem.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thank you so much for sharing your recent River Cruise vacation. Sounds like you really enjoyed not only the on-board experience, but the culturally-immersive part of the land portion as well. We couldn't be more pleased

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

LindaZ

Not so happy with trip

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Travel Date:April 2012

We were not so excited about this River cruise. Starting with the ship itself. They cabins were not as roomy as we thought they would be or as long as other river cruises. They weren't kept as clean as we thought they should have been. Then the food, it was a great disappointment. The buffets & dinners were never hot & the quality was not so good.

Most Memorable Moment:

The Keukenhof Gardens were beautiful.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?No

TAUCK RESPONSE

We're sorry that aspects of your trip fell below your expectations. We truly appreciate your feedback and will reach out to you shortly to ask in more detail how we could have made your trip better. It's very important to us that every single guest is satisfied.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

cpbusyb

A few things that could make this a perfect trip

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Travel Date:April 2012

I felt that we had too much free time and that it was very repetitive. I also felt that we were not properly informed about places to register for prior to our trip..the ann frank house being one. WE HAVE BEEN ON 2 OTHER RIVER CRUISES WITH ANOTHER COMPANY AND THEY WERE MUCH MORE HELPFUL IN GETTING us guides for our free days etc.

Most Memorable Moment:

Really nothing. Most things were VERY nice and most enjoyable.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Balancing the itinerary and tours’ pace is an on-going process for us at Tauck, and a challenge we welcome. We therefore appreciate candid feedback such as yours as it allows us to fine tune our tours and keep our guests satisfied. Nevertheless we hope that you enjoyed this tour and hope to have the privilege of hosting you soon.

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Futrell

Flowers, Flowers, Flowers

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Travel Date:April 2012

Great trip as usual. Tour directors were exceptional. First river cruise with Tauck, new small ship, well done

Most Memorable Moment:

The 7,000,000 tulips we saw at the garden in Holland.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Sounds amazing - Thanks for sharing!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Bettye

Amazing Amsterdam

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12345

Travel Date:April 2012

What an absolutely wonderful city Amsterdam is!
The historical significance is not wasted on travelers unless they choose to waste their visit. The pace of travel with Tauck is perfect. Surprises that keep us entertained make the entire experience worthwhile.

Most Memorable Moment:

Visiting Anne Frank House, and of course, the flower auction.
Trying on the wooden shoes at Keukenhof Gardens!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

gngal

Holland and Belgium in Tulip Time River Cruise

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Travel Date:April 2012

As usual, Tauck choreographed this trip to perfection. Sites ranged from breathtaking flower fields and charming canals to historic sites featuring great architecture and outstanding artwork. The Swiss Sapphire was fantastic, with fabulous service and food. Unfortunately weather in mid-April can be cold, raw and wet so come prepared.

Most Memorable Moment:

Keukenhof Gardens was great. We loved Amsterdam -so full of history and charm.
Tauck should work on satisfying younger travelers and those less group-oriented eg. more free time for independent exploration, less group seating at meals, more active itineraries. To Tauck's credit, this trip had a relatively good mix of activities.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

We definitely appreciate your feedback and are already working behind-the-scenes to see how we can accommodate for more free time and interest for younger travelers. Have you seen our Tauck Bridges River cruise? Hopefully it's a step in the right direction and an example of even better things to come on the river!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

gngal

Holland and Belgium in Tulip Time River Cruise

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

As usual, Tauck choreographed this trip to perfection. Sites ranged from breathtaking flower fields and charming canals to historic sites featuring great architecture and outstanding artwork. The Swiss Sapphire was fantastic, with fabulous service and food. Unfortunately weather in mid-April can be cold, raw and wet so come prepared.

Most Memorable Moment:

Keukenhof Gardens was great. We loved Amsterdam -so full of history and charm.
Tauck should work on satisfying younger travelers and those less group-oriented eg. more free time for independent exploration, less group seating at meals, more active itineraries. To Tauck's credit, this trip had a relatively good mix of activities.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

We definitely appreciate your feedback and are already working behind-the-scenes to see how we can accommodate for more free time and interest for younger travelers. Have you seen our Tauck Bridges River cruise? Hopefully it's a step in the right direction and an example of even better things to come on the river!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

joannrshelby

My Belgium/Holland/Floriade River Trip

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Travel Date:April 2012

The Swiss Jewel couldn't have been more comfortable & Tauck people were superb as usual--meeting all expectations. The weather was cold/rain at times but the itinerary was good except for N. Sea excursion. Riverboat dining always pleasant, food good & open seating allowed us to meet new people along the way. Floriade disappointing-maybe too early.

Most Memorable Moment:

Visiting WWII Netherlands-American cementery, a very moving experience. Touring the Kroeller-Mueller Museum to view the many works of Van Gogh--truly breathtaking & memorable! Visiting the Keukenhof Gardens that caused me to smile & smile. So beautiful. The charming canal boat ride with cake & coffee. Rijksmuseum, so impressive!!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Milt and Sue Legome

Holland & Belgium 2012

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

Loved seeing all the flowers. April is a perfect time to travel although it was cold and rainy but the flowers were exquisite and the crowds were tolerable. We learned so much history on this trip.

Most Memorable Moment:

The Keukenhof Gardens were fantastic-better even than Floriade. Floriade was quite interesting but a little disappointing. We expected so much.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Milt and Sue Legome

Holland & Belgium 2012

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

Loved seeing all the flowers. April is a perfect time to travel although it was cold and rainy but the flowers were exquisite and the crowds were tolerable. We learned so much history on this trip.

Most Memorable Moment:

The Keukenhof Gardens were fantastic-better even than Floriade. Floriade was quite interesting but a little disappointing. We expected so much.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Cjebens

The Netherlands

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

First time on a Tauck river cruise. WOW! The ship (Treasures), was amazing. Every member of the staff treated us like royals. I had gotten a cold while onboard and the head waiter brought me toast and an egg and asked how I was feeling. THAT was really a personal touch that I loved. Highly recommend this cruise and anyone of their ships.

Most Memorable Moment:

The ship!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thanks for sharing your review. You'll always be a VIP when traveling with us!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Cjebens

The Netherlands

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

First time on a Tauck river cruise. WOW! The ship (Treasures), was amazing. Every member of the staff treated us like royals. I had gotten a cold while onboard and the head waiter brought me toast and an egg and asked how I was feeling. THAT was really a personal touch that I loved. Highly recommend this cruise and anyone of their ships.

Most Memorable Moment:

The ship!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Thanks for sharing your review. You'll always be a VIP when traveling with us!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

rfkklaw@aol.com

Great trip!

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

We had a great group of people together with beautiful stops and history. The Tauck team was outstanding. ..knowledgeable ,helpful,understanding and friendly.

Most Memorable Moment:

Keukenhof Gardens was the best part of the trip.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Marty W

Magnificent River Cruise

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

This was my 1st river cruise in Europe and I would take another one with Tauck any time. The ship and crew were excellant and available to answer any questions I had. The stateroom was so comfortable and the food was tops. It was such a great experience to meet so many other guests from all over and get to know them.

Most Memorable Moment:

So many wonderful places but I think my favorite was the Keukenhof park with the beautiful gardens and flower arrangements in various buildings, the windmill and local band playing there.
The Catherdral of Our Lady in Antwerp was one of the grandest Catherdrals I have ever seen. A must see place for everyone.
I would recommend this trip to anyone.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

RVW

Beautiful flowers, wonderful people, great cruise!

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

Another stunning Tauck vacation! The Swiss Jewel is truly a treasure; terrific staff, great cruise directors, all details attended to. Timing of this cruise is probably ideal in mid May to mid June due to better weather and more flowers blooming, but still a wonderful trip. Warning: once you take a Tauck tour, you won't find another equal!

Most Memorable Moment:

The flower auction at Aaslmeer, the Keukenhof Gardens, the Kroller-Muller Museum and the Van Gogh Museum......all wonderful and not to be missed; truly spectacular in their beauty.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Have suitcase will travel

If you want to go to Heaven

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

This was my first Tauck trip. I see now why people love the company. The level of service was off the charts! The itinerary was interesting and well paced with a nice balance of independent time for exploration.

Most Memorable Moment:

The tulip garden was heaven on earth!

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Lupita

Flowerland

Overall Rating:

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Travel Date:April 2012

It was a wonderful & different trip for us, I love gardening, so been able to see so many flowers at the Floriade, at Aalsmer flower auction and the magnificent Keukenhof gardens, was like a dream. We have done around 25 cruises, but this rivercruise was our first one, and we loved it, we liked it so much we are already planning our next one.

Most Memorable Moment:

Taking pictures of Keukenhof gardens, I could of stay a whole day in these beautiful gardens.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

trip review

Flower trip

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

This was a long anticipated trip for us, and we weren't disappointed. The tours of the medieval cities were excellent, the unique, once each 10 yrs Floriade exposition, was well worth the visit. The fine dining and service on board the boat were excellent. Amsterdam was the highlight with the tulip gardens,wholesale market, museums, & canals.

My wife and I had an awesome time; enjoying Keukenhoff Gardens, Floriade and the Aalsmere Flower Auction. Brussels and Amsterdam and all the town/cities in between were just great with all the canals, narrow streets, outdoor markets and food. We made some wonderful friends on the boat and are happy to say we call ourselves all family now!

Most Memorable Moment:

Visiting Keukenhoff Gardens and seeing the 'Tauck Tulip'. I would love to obtain bulbs if they are available. Can you help me get some?

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

Careful what you wish for...it just may come true!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

tauck travelers

Great trip

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

River boat cruising is a great way to travel, better than anticipated. People were GREAT and the boat was very, very comfortable-so restful and peaceful. The flowers were BEAUTIFUL at the Garden and at the Floriade. The small towns quaint and intersting. Would recommmend this trip to anyone and everyone. TAUCK goes over and above expectations.

Most Memorable Moment:

Thanks to Tauck, we attended Easter Sunday mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp. BEAUTIFUL,BEAUTIFUL. Many thanks to our Tauck representatives.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

tauck travelers

Great trip

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

River boat cruising is a great way to travel, better than anticipated. People were GREAT and the boat was very, very comfortable-so restful and peaceful. The flowers were BEAUTIFUL at the Garden and at the Floriade. The small towns quaint and intersting. Would recommmend this trip to anyone and everyone. TAUCK goes over and above expectations.

Most Memorable Moment:

Thanks to Tauck, we attended Easter Sunday mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp. BEAUTIFUL,BEAUTIFUL. Many thanks to our Tauck representatives.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

Scottye

Holland tulips

Overall Rating:

12345

Travel Date:April 2012

We did have some sunny days, but the Tauck staff and crew more than made up for the rain and cold. The tulips presented themselves grandly, and our guides were well-versed in the history and interesting points of the visit. They went out of their way to accommodate us all and to find answers to our many questions.

Most Memorable Moment:

I most enjoyed our free-time visit to the Van Gogh museum. We were able to book a private tour with one of the local guides to show us around Amsterdam. That was incredible.

Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely

TAUCK RESPONSE

We think the tulips are just breathtaking as well. Thanks for your review!

-The Tauck Guest Relations Team

Packing Tips

Bringing the right clothing for your trip is important – we’ve partnered with New Headings who provide an "easy-to-use, one-stop shop" for your Tauck travel needs, specifically selected for this trip. Click here to visit their site.

Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is flexible and allows for layering. Casual, cotton clothing is recommended. Lightweight jackets and sweaters are recommended during springtime when daily high temperatures are still about 60 °F (16 °C). Evenings are very cool as the temperatures fall into the 30’s and 40’s °F overnight (single digits in Celsius). Pack comfortable yet sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in, as many of the sites visited were built centuries ago and have uneven surfaces, some steep inclines and many steps. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required for dining with your fellow guests at a Tauck provided dinner. When traveling abroad, you may have the opportunity to dine at an upscale restaurant on your own, which may require men to dress in coat and tie, and women in more elegant eveningwear (not required).

Bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers are provided in each cabin.

The hotel provides valet laundry and dry cleaning services. Valet laundry service is available on the riverboat for a fee. There is no valet dry cleaning available on the riverboat. Ironing facilities on the riverboat are available by request to the front desk. Category 7 cabins feature their own irons and ironing boards.

We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor’s prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed. No medications are sold on board the riverboat.

We suggest that you pack the following items for your cruise on the waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium:

Flat, rubber-soled walking shoes for shipboard

Sturdy but comfortable walking shoes that have already been broken-in for onshore

Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts

An optional jacket and tie for men

Casually elegant evening wear for ladies

Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat

Swimwear

Gym wear

A light sweater or jacket for higher elevations or a breezy night

Insect repellent

Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and/or plenty of film

Battery-operated travel alarm clock

Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella

Zipper-lock bags

Daypack for camera equipment

Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route

Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your ship cabin while traveling

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